How to Pronounce "polyester"
word
/ˌpɑˌɫiˈɛstɝ/
pah-lee-ES-ter
/pˈɒlɪəstɐ/
pol-ee-ES-tuh
Definition
A synthetic material made from chemicals, commonly used to make clothes, fabrics, and other everyday items.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌpɑˌɫiˈɛstɝ/
British English
/pˈɒlɪəstɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pah-lee-ES-ter
UK
pol-ee-ES-tuh
Listen in Context
This dress is made of polyester.
Polyester dries faster than cotton.
I have a jacket with a polyester lining.
Be careful—polyester can melt if you iron it on high heat.